1970 Volkswagen Beetle

Custom Paint Job | Aftermarket Bluetooth Stereo System | Aftermarket Roof-Mounted Sun Visor

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LOT #

251043438

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
1102225385
Lot Number:
251043438
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
1,833 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1,584cc Naturally Aspirated H4
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Light Blue
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
California
  • 1970 Volkswagen Beetle
  • 1,584cc Air-Cooled, Naturally Aspirated H4
  • Single Solex 30/31 PICT Carburetor
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Light Blue Exterior
  • Black Vinyl Interior
  • Aftermarket Bluetooth Stereo System
  • Aftermarket Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit
  • Aftermarket Roof-Mounted Sun Visor
  • Aftermarket Rubber Seals
  • Custom Paint Job
  • Current Owner Reports Actual Mileage As Shown On Title
  • Current Owner Reports "Barn Find" In Watsonville, CA

Overview of 1970 Volkswagen Beetle For Sale by Owner

A look around the news nowadays, and one thing is certain: unrest and uncertainty brew daily as humans do not see eye to eye. While the Volkswagen of today is an automotive giant keeping up with modern trends, that wasn’t always the case. In the past, the German manufacturer produced mechanical representations of peace, love, and happiness—and none embodied that spirit more than the Volkswagen Beetle. Present today is this lovely 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, a classic beauty that exudes timeless charm. Finished in light blue and retaining its original simplicity, this example stands out with a reported 1,833 miles on the clock, making it a rare, low-mileage survivor. With its unmistakable shape, air-cooled flat-four engine, and analog driving experience, this Beetle offers a nostalgic return to an era when the road ahead was all about freedom and good vibes.

Exterior and Interior

How does one go about being a machine that signifies peace, love, and harmony? The Volkswagen Beetle's design served as a blueprint for traveling far and wide while spreading the message of peace. Taking that communication material up a notch is a lovely light blue exterior on this 1970 Volkswagen Beetle. A walk around this classic beauty reveals all its exterior components in excellent shape. The current owner reports aftermarket rubber components and a recent exterior refresh, and there is also an external sun visor to keep you shaded on those summer drives. For wheels, you find a set of steel wheels finished in black, complete with Volkswagen hubcaps.  Trimming down the excess makes for a focused drive experience; this is what the Volkswagen Beetle does best. Step into the black interior of this 1970 Volkswagen Beetle, and what you are greeted with is a driving experience that's void of modernity, and that's a good thing, really. You have a Wolfsburg steering wheel giving you a taste of driver feel, a simple factory dashboard showing this car's vitals, and a reported aftermarket bluetooth stereo providing your tunes and marking this car's only interior upgrade. 

Engine

In the rear lies a 1.6L air-cooled flat-four, running a single-barrel Solex carburetor and manual choke. Known for its reliability and simplicity, the engine is mated to a 4-speed manual transmission that delivers a true analog driving feel. The rear-mounted layout offers unique weight distribution, while the torsion-bar suspension provides a soft, floaty ride consistent with vintage Volkswagens. This example features upgradd front disc brakes. The engine bay remains largely stock, with visible signs of age and authenticity, including the original generator setup, oil bath air cleaner, and mechanical fuel pump.

Walk-around Video of this Volkswagen Beetle

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